Name: Zip Code 19104
Address: Philadelphia

About the neighborhood

Zip Code 19104, Pennsylvania offers excellent connectivity with numerous rapid transit stations on the Market-Frankford Line and approximately 30 nearby bus routes, making commuting simple and versatile. The neighborhood features an impressive cycling infrastructure supported by conveniently located bike share stations. Residents have easy access to a variety of reputable elementary and high schools, alongside general and specialty grocery stores, many concentrated near 45th Street. Culinary options abound with over 150 restaurants and around 30 cafes spread across the area. The vibrant atmosphere shines through bustling streets, diverse entertainment venues, and well-distributed nightlife spots. Nearby green spaces like Clark Park and Vidas Athletic Complex enhance outdoor living.

Characteristics

Transportation

This area does not require driving because various other modes of transportation are available. This area will attract home buyers who value living in a compact community since it is very pedestrian-friendly; many day-to-day needs are very easy to meet without a car, and there are also countless businesses nearby. Cycling is rather embraced in this area since a bike share station can usually be found close by, and the bicycling network is moderately well-developed. Traveling by public transit is very convenient in this postal code owing to many nearby rapid transit stations with access to the Market-Frankford Line and Westbound to Philadelphia, and about 40 nearby bus lines. However, Zip Code 19104 is not particularly car friendly. Nevertheless, it is a rather short drive to the closest highway, such as Vine Streetreet Expy, from anywhere in this postal code.

Services

It is very often practical for home buyers in Zip Code 19104 to shop for general and specialty groceries as pedestrians. Over 100 supermarkets are situated nearby, and the best choice can be found on streets such as 45th Street. Additionally, those who are fond of dining out won't have to travel far in Zip Code 19104, where over 700 restaurants and over 100 coffee shops are available. It is also a short trip to a very good selection of clothing stores, for example along Lancaster Avenue. With respect to education, primary as well as high schools are straightforward to reach as a pedestrian from anywhere in Zip Code 19104. Locals are served by public and private schools at both the elementary and secondary school level.

Character

Those who enjoy a vibrant atmosphere and spending time outdoors will feel at home in Zip Code 19104. This postal code has many streets to discover. There are masses of people around most of the time, there are many nearby entertainment venues, and with its over 100 bars, there are options for nighttime activities. Walnut Street is among the most lively streets in this postal code. There are over 200 parks nearby for residents to check out, such as East Fairmount Park and Vidas Athletic Complex - Drexel University, making them very easy to access.

Car friendly4.4

Arteries nearby, but traffic congestion and parking problems are possible

Cycling friendly6.4

Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly9.6

Exceptional number of pleasant streets and pedestrian-oriented shops within a few minutes' walk. Meeting daily needs on foot is almost always practical

Transit friendly9.0

Near at least one subway line and/or other frequent transit routes

Restaurants9.2

Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Groceries9.4

Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping8.8

Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes10.0

Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes' walk

Quiet3.0

Multiple sources of noise nearby